Tips to open DBLINK file
Can't open the DBLINK file? You are not the only one. Thousands of users face similar problems every day. Below you will find tips on how to open DBLINK files as well as a list of programs that support DBLINK files.
DBLINK file extension
| File Name |
Altium Designer Database Link |
| File Developer |
Altium Limited. |
| File Category |
Misc Files |
The DBLINK file is supported on 1 operating systems. Depending on your operating system, you may need different software to handle the DBLINK files. Below is a summary of the number of programs that support and open the DBLINK file on each system platform.
What is DBLINK file?
The DBLINK file has been categorized as Misc Files. The author of this format is Altium Limited.. In addition to this file, the Misc Files category includes 6033 related files. Altium Designer Database Link is supported by 1 operating systems. The file will work on Windows systems, unfortunately not on others. The main program that supports this format is Altium Designer. This was created by Altium Limited..
How to open DBLINK file?
The most common problem when using Altium Designer Database Link is that a specific DBLINK is not associated with the program. This is manifested by the fact that DBLINK files open in unusual applications or do not have an assigned program. This can be quickly resolved by following the instructions below.
The first thing you should do is just "doubleclick" on the DBLINK file icon you want to open. If the operating system has an appropriate application to support it and there is also an association between the file and the program, the file should be opened.
Step 1. Install Altium Designer
In this case, you should first verify that the Altium Designer application is installed on the computer. To do this, enter the name Altium Designer into the system search engine. In the absence of an appropriate program, its installation in the vast majority of cases will fix the problem. Below you will find a list of applications that support DBLINK files.
Programs to open DBLINK file
Remember to download programs supporting DBLINK files only from verified and safe sources. We suggest using the websites of software developers.
Step 2. Create association of Altium Designer with DBLINK files
If, despite the installed application, the DBLINK file does not start in the Altium Designer application, you must create a file association. The association can be created using the drop-down list available by right-clicking on the file and selecting Properties. Information about the file and the program that the file is associated with are available here. Using the "Change" button we can set the program to handle this type. If there is no software on the list, simply select "Browse" and manually select the directory where the application is installed. The "always use the selected program ..." field will set the Altium Designer application as the default for handling the DBLINK file.
Step 3. Update Altium Designer to the latest version
If, however, after binding Altium Designer with Altium Designer Database Link there were still problems, you should update the program to the latest version. This can be done using the application (if it provides such options) or from the Altium Limited. website and install the latest version.
Step 4. Check for the following problems with the DBLINK file
If the above steps do not help, you can assume that the file itself is not correct. This could be due to the file itself, the cleanest issues are:
The DBLINK file may be unusually small compared to the original file. Usually this applies to DBLINK files downloaded from the Internet in case the download did not finish properly. The only repair option is to download the file again.
The most common cause here is computer viruses. Perform a virus scan using available and up-to-date anti-virus software. Alternatively, you can use the scanners available online. The scan should cover the entire computer, not only the DBLINK file that we want to open. Sometimes virus-infected DBLINK files cannot be recovered, so make a backup in advance.
A typical compatibility error - the program does not support the older version of the DBLINK file. Help should be sought from the software developer, as they usually recommend using free file converters or installing an older version of the program.
The file may be corrupted in a number of ways. Depending on the type of file, it is necessary to repair it accordingly. Some programs offer the ability to automatically repair DBLINK file corruption. The easiest way to restore the file is from a backup or by contacting Altium Limited., but this one can be expensive. Not all damage can be reversed.
The program indicates that the file is encrypted or corrupted. The encrypted file DBLINK except for the special designation, works normally, but only on the device where it was encrypted, before transferring it to another machine, decryption is required.
Some operating systems do not allow file operations in certain locations, eg in system directories or directly on the system drive. While there is usually no problem reading such a file, it may not be possible to save it. It is best to move DBLINK to a different directory.
This problem usually affects more complex files. In this case, the DBLINK file is blocked by the first application to open it. Just close unnecessary programs. Sometimes it is necessary to wait a while before referencing the DBLINK file again. However, some background programs may block the DBLINK file while scanning. If nothing helps, please reset the device.
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